DC leads raids against child trafficking
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in the district, deputy commissioner Himanshu Jain personally led raids in various locations of the city Monday night.
The initiative, part of Jeevanjot-2 launched by Punjab govt, aims to verify familial relationships through DNA testing to curb exploitation and ensure child welfare.
During the raid, a team identified four children found begging near a temple. After thorough verification, it was confirmed that the children were accompanied by their parents and were also attending school. The DC issued a stern warning to the parents, directing them to refrain from involving their children in begging, saying that strict legal action would be taken for any future violations. tnn
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